ABB CI868AK01 3BSE092691R1 Communication Interface Module

ABB CI868A – IEC 61850 Communication Interface Module

The CI868A is an advanced communication interface that enables AC 800M controllers to connect with external Ethernet devices using the IEC 61850 Edition 2 protocol. This capability allows integration of substation automation and process automation into one controller system.

General Specifications

• Article number: 3BSE092691R1

• Communication protocol: IEC 61850

• Client/Server modes:

• MMS: Client

• GOOSE: Publisher & Subscriber

• Transmission speed: 10/100 Mbit/s

• Network redundancy: No

• Module redundancy: No

• Hot Swap: Yes

• Compatible with HI Controller: Yes

Detailed Technical Data

• Max modules on CEX bus: 12

• Connector type: RJ-45 female (8-pin)

• Typical 24V consumption: 160 mA

• Power dissipation: 3.8 W

Environmental and Certification Standards

• Operating temperature: +5 to +55 °C (+41 to +131 °F)

• Storage temperature: -40 to +70 °C (-40 to +158 °F)

• Maximum altitude: 2000 m (per IEC/EN 61131-2)

• Pollution degree: Degree 2 (IEC/EN 61131-2)

• Corrosion protection: G3 compliant (ISA 71.04)

• Relative humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing

• Protection class: IP20 (EN 60529, IEC 529)

Compliance & Certifications

• CE marking: Yes

• Electrical safety:

• UL 61010-1

• UL 61010-2-201

• Hazardous locations:

• UL 60079-15

• cULus Class 1, Zone 2

• AEx nA IIC T4

• Ex nA IIC T4Gc X

• Marine certification:

• DNV-GL

• (Pending): ABS, BV, LR

Physical Dimensions

• Width: 59 mm (2.3 in.)

• Height: 185 mm (7.3 in.)

• Depth: 127.5 mm (5.0 in.)

• Weight (with base): 700 g (1.5 lbs)